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The Paradise Chronicles #2
The Amish Princess
Opahtuhwe, the White Deer, is the beautiful daughter of Wingenund, the most powerful chief of the Delaware tribe. She is revered by her people–a true Indian princess. Everything changes when the murderous Delaware renegade known as Scar brings three Amish prisoners to the Delaware camp. Jonathan and Joshua Hershberger are twin brothers that Scar has determined to adopt and teach the Indian way. The third prisoner is Jonas Hershberger, their father, who has been made a slave because he would not defend his family. White Deer is drawn to Jonathan but his hatred of the Indians makes him push her away. Joshua's gentle heart and steadfast refusal to abandon the Amish faith lead White Deer to a life-changing decision and rejection by her people. In the end, White Deer must choose between the ways of her people and her new-found faith. And complicating it all is her love for the man who can only hate her.
340 pages, Paperback
First published December 1, 2016
About the author
Patrick E. Craig
32 books118 followersPatrick E. Craig is an award-winning author with twenty-two published books. He has won six Chanticleer International Book Awards, a Selah Award, and a Word Guild of Canada Award. His work includes three Amish murder mysteries, six Amish novels, three World War II historical novels with a short story sequel, two anthologies of Amish stories, a standalone novel, a memoir, two western novels, and two YA paranormal books.
In 2013 Harvest House published the first of his Apple Creak Dreams series, A Quilt For Jenna, followed by The Road Home and Jenny's Choice. All three books have been on bestseller lists in Amish and Mennonite Fiction on Amazon since then. In 2015 he self-published The Paradise Chronicles series which included The Amish Heiress, The Amish Princess and The Mennonite Queen.
In 2020 he began the Award-winning Islands series with co-author Murray Pura. The series included Far On The Ringing Plains, The Scepter and The Isle, and Men Who Strove With Gods, all CIBA award winners.
Now he is publishing his Amish mystery series, The Porch Swing Mysteries which includes The Quilt That Knew, The Boy in Blue Denim and the newly released 3 X 3.
He lives in Idaho with his wife Judy.
In 2013 Harvest House published the first of his Apple Creak Dreams series, A Quilt For Jenna, followed by The Road Home and Jenny's Choice. All three books have been on bestseller lists in Amish and Mennonite Fiction on Amazon since then. In 2015 he self-published The Paradise Chronicles series which included The Amish Heiress, The Amish Princess and The Mennonite Queen.
In 2020 he began the Award-winning Islands series with co-author Murray Pura. The series included Far On The Ringing Plains, The Scepter and The Isle, and Men Who Strove With Gods, all CIBA award winners.
Now he is publishing his Amish mystery series, The Porch Swing Mysteries which includes The Quilt That Knew, The Boy in Blue Denim and the newly released 3 X 3.
He lives in Idaho with his wife Judy.
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December 20, 2016
I knew when I opened this story set in the 1700's that I would be burning some midnight oil and would be tuning out the present to the time of the British occupation in the American colonies.
I was fascinated by the Indians mostly and I enjoyed learning about which Indian tribes lived along the Ohio river and in Ohio. (You see, I was born and raised in Ohio so I also enjoy learning Ohio's history. My parents took me to the Chillicothe area to see the great Indian Mounds. These were the Hopewell Indians.
It's also interesting to read about how the first Amish came to t;he Northkill area of Pennsylvania and settled down to prosper. I believe Joan Hochstetler's family is from that area.
In some ways I didn't blame what Johnathan had done either. His way was wrong. I was horrified in what he had done and I know that my mouth must've dropped open and shivers ran down my spine. Johnathan would have to answer to God on judgement day for what he and his fellow man had done. I think he finally realized it and tried to hide from God but God knew where he was and what he had done. Friends, Johnathan's actions will haunt him the rest of his days. I think it's a thing called a conscious.
I admired Joshua. because in many ways was the strong one. He kept his faith no matter what had befallen him. I feel like God has said "Well done, my good and faithful servant."
I loved White Dear. I admired her courage, love for her husband and especially a daughters love for her father.
To me, Wingenund was fascinating himself. I don't know why but I could imagine him wild and free and then of a sudden everything was stolen from him. I think I would be furious too!
God works in mysterious ways. ways we don't understand nor aren't meant to understand until the time is right.
God sends messengers to lead us to Him for He is the one true God.
Through Him All Things are Possible.
I also enjoyed this story because Patrick is a master storyteller who has the ability to draw you in and keep you hooked until the end and I'm most definitely sure that my mouth dropped open in some of the story.
I am left waiting to see if there will be another story to this one as it leaves you wanting for more!
I felt blessed in more ways than one!
Thank you for letting me read and review this wonderful book.
I was fascinated by the Indians mostly and I enjoyed learning about which Indian tribes lived along the Ohio river and in Ohio. (You see, I was born and raised in Ohio so I also enjoy learning Ohio's history. My parents took me to the Chillicothe area to see the great Indian Mounds. These were the Hopewell Indians.
It's also interesting to read about how the first Amish came to t;he Northkill area of Pennsylvania and settled down to prosper. I believe Joan Hochstetler's family is from that area.
In some ways I didn't blame what Johnathan had done either. His way was wrong. I was horrified in what he had done and I know that my mouth must've dropped open and shivers ran down my spine. Johnathan would have to answer to God on judgement day for what he and his fellow man had done. I think he finally realized it and tried to hide from God but God knew where he was and what he had done. Friends, Johnathan's actions will haunt him the rest of his days. I think it's a thing called a conscious.
I admired Joshua. because in many ways was the strong one. He kept his faith no matter what had befallen him. I feel like God has said "Well done, my good and faithful servant."
I loved White Dear. I admired her courage, love for her husband and especially a daughters love for her father.
To me, Wingenund was fascinating himself. I don't know why but I could imagine him wild and free and then of a sudden everything was stolen from him. I think I would be furious too!
God works in mysterious ways. ways we don't understand nor aren't meant to understand until the time is right.
God sends messengers to lead us to Him for He is the one true God.
Through Him All Things are Possible.
I also enjoyed this story because Patrick is a master storyteller who has the ability to draw you in and keep you hooked until the end and I'm most definitely sure that my mouth dropped open in some of the story.
I am left waiting to see if there will be another story to this one as it leaves you wanting for more!
I felt blessed in more ways than one!
Thank you for letting me read and review this wonderful book.
January 17, 2017
This book is not to be missed!
My thoughts: I thoroughly expected an expertly crafted story by Patrick E. Craig since I have found his previous works to reveal his prodigious skills as a word smith. I did not expect such a powerful story that plowed deep into the heart and mind of frontiers people as well as the Indians whose land and way of life was being stolen.
The spirituality of this book encompasses the naturalist belief of tribal Indians and the Christian faith of Amish and Moravian Christians as they each confronted life and their own faith in the midst of horrific events.
There is a great deal of intensity and terrible tragedy powerfully described by Craig's pen as the struggle and battle to own the land is waged.
And who is the Amish Princess? And such is quite a misnomer as the Amish are, traditionally, quite a self-effacing people who would shy away from claiming to be Princess or highly elevated or esteemed. The Amish Princess is the daughter of a mighty Indian chief whose grandmother was a member of the French Aristocracy who was captured by the Indians many years prior to the story's beginnings. She is beautiful, fair skinned (for an Indian), and much beloved. And in the story she comes to believe the Christian faith at the leading of an Amish young man who has been captured by the Indians.
Her story is moving and powerful, but it is not the only story in the book. Readers will find the multiple story lines quite interesting, compelling, and riveting. This is a book not to be missed.
I received a complimentary copy to facilitate a review of my honest opinion which is freely given.
February 21, 2017
Patrick E. Craig is a favorite author of mine. His books are rich in history, detailed and well researched. The story of the Amish Princess is haunting. Apahtuhwe, the White Deer, is the daughter of Wingenund, great chief of the Delaware Indian tribe. Apahtuhwe's grandmother was French, bestowing her with pale skin and incredible beauty.
The Hershbergers are an Amish family who settled near Ft. Pitt, close to the Ohio River. The family farm was invaded by Indian warriors, resulting in bloody violence. Left were only the father and his twin sons, Jonathan and Joshua, identical except for the color of their hair. Captured by the warriors, they were taken as slaves to the Indian tribe. White Deer captivated both young men with her beauty.
A detailed and fast paced discourse of life in early 1700s America, two vastly different cultures fought for land to call their own. Immigrants had forced Indian tribes farther and farther to the west, leaving them angry and violent. Mr. Craig has captured the spirit of these early days in our nation's history, embellishing history with poetic description and revelations of graphic portrayals of death and destruction.
I'm always impressed with the beauty in which the author presents his creative narrative. As an example, the following is taken from The Amish Princess: "The gray of dawn was pushing the stars back to their resting place, and the indigo heavens were surrendering to the slowly awakening sky."
I highly recommend this impressive book. Like the author's previous books, this one is another winner in my "book!" It will remain a part of my permanent library.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the author. All my opinions in this review are my own, and there were no expectations from the author for a positive review.
The Hershbergers are an Amish family who settled near Ft. Pitt, close to the Ohio River. The family farm was invaded by Indian warriors, resulting in bloody violence. Left were only the father and his twin sons, Jonathan and Joshua, identical except for the color of their hair. Captured by the warriors, they were taken as slaves to the Indian tribe. White Deer captivated both young men with her beauty.
A detailed and fast paced discourse of life in early 1700s America, two vastly different cultures fought for land to call their own. Immigrants had forced Indian tribes farther and farther to the west, leaving them angry and violent. Mr. Craig has captured the spirit of these early days in our nation's history, embellishing history with poetic description and revelations of graphic portrayals of death and destruction.
I'm always impressed with the beauty in which the author presents his creative narrative. As an example, the following is taken from The Amish Princess: "The gray of dawn was pushing the stars back to their resting place, and the indigo heavens were surrendering to the slowly awakening sky."
I highly recommend this impressive book. Like the author's previous books, this one is another winner in my "book!" It will remain a part of my permanent library.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the author. All my opinions in this review are my own, and there were no expectations from the author for a positive review.
February 20, 2017
The Amish Princess is book two in The Paradise Chronicles by Patrick E. Craig. This book is wonderful piece of Amish fiction that had me hooked right from the start. Characters that you will surely love and a storyline that keep your interest with all the twists and turns. Be sure to get your copy of The Amish Princess today. I received a complimentary copy of this book. This review is my honest opinion. 4. 5 stars!
July 15, 2017
There is rarely a book I can't review. But once in awhile one comes along that really gets me. It speaks to me on multiple levels and I don't feel as if I have adequate words to say how much the story meant to me.
This is one such book. It honestly just blew me away. I started the book yesterday and finished it today. I woke up at 1am wondering about Opahtuhwe's fate.
This story is set in a pivotal time in our nation's history. Mr. Craig knows his history. You can always tell when an author spends time researching. This story takes us on an amazing journey through time.
Opahtuhwe or White Deer is her people's princess. Well loved and a natural leader her life is unexpectedly changed when two strangers come into her camp.
Watching the violent death of their mother and sisters at the hands of the Lenape Joshua, Jonathan, and their father are taken prisoner. Jonathan is adopted by the Lenape but anger consumes him. He vows revenge. Joshua and his father refuse to fight back so they are forced to become slaves.
It is your daughter who will see both faces of the white man-the way of life and the way of death
White Deer is shaken as she becomes the object of love by one brother and hatred by the other. As the story progresses and she follows the prophecy laid out for her before she was born her struggles and the pain she has to endure with her choices grip at the reader's heart. As she adopts a new culture, takes a new name, and finds the living God you can't help but be inspired by her bravery.
Jonathan lets his anger consume him and turns his back on his Amish roots. Will he ever find peace or will his anger cost him the things he loves the most?
Joshua seeks the will of the Lord and follows the ways of his faith. Can he free himself from a love that isn't returned? What will following his faith cost him?
This book was amazing. The story does have some violent parts in it. It has sadness, but also victory. This book reflects real life and the characters come full circle. With a rich backdrop of history, beautiful characters, and lots of twists and turns this is a book you don't want to miss.
So pick up your copy of The Amish Princess and be prepared to be lost in a truly awesome book! Happy Reading!
This is one such book. It honestly just blew me away. I started the book yesterday and finished it today. I woke up at 1am wondering about Opahtuhwe's fate.
This story is set in a pivotal time in our nation's history. Mr. Craig knows his history. You can always tell when an author spends time researching. This story takes us on an amazing journey through time.
Opahtuhwe or White Deer is her people's princess. Well loved and a natural leader her life is unexpectedly changed when two strangers come into her camp.
Watching the violent death of their mother and sisters at the hands of the Lenape Joshua, Jonathan, and their father are taken prisoner. Jonathan is adopted by the Lenape but anger consumes him. He vows revenge. Joshua and his father refuse to fight back so they are forced to become slaves.
It is your daughter who will see both faces of the white man-the way of life and the way of death
White Deer is shaken as she becomes the object of love by one brother and hatred by the other. As the story progresses and she follows the prophecy laid out for her before she was born her struggles and the pain she has to endure with her choices grip at the reader's heart. As she adopts a new culture, takes a new name, and finds the living God you can't help but be inspired by her bravery.
Jonathan lets his anger consume him and turns his back on his Amish roots. Will he ever find peace or will his anger cost him the things he loves the most?
Joshua seeks the will of the Lord and follows the ways of his faith. Can he free himself from a love that isn't returned? What will following his faith cost him?
This book was amazing. The story does have some violent parts in it. It has sadness, but also victory. This book reflects real life and the characters come full circle. With a rich backdrop of history, beautiful characters, and lots of twists and turns this is a book you don't want to miss.
So pick up your copy of The Amish Princess and be prepared to be lost in a truly awesome book! Happy Reading!
March 15, 2019
The Amish Princess by Patrick E. Craig is not your usual Amish story and yet it drew me in right from the beginning. Set in the 1700s, the author brings to life a turbulent time with nuance and sensitivity. The story is replete with a rich history of the Indian tribes of Western Pennsylvania and Ohio, a story full of sacrifice, bitterness, vengeance, and also of faith, family, and love. Scenes are described with finesse and subtlety and the vivid characters are well-rounded and realistic--all their flaws, foibles, and faults are there along with their strengths and humanity. The scenes were such that the reader could feel as though they were right there in the midst of the action, feeling the emotions of the characters as they experience the various dilemmas and happenings in their lives. This is the first book I have read by the author and I look forward to reading more. I read a complimentary copy of the book and was not required to write a review. The opinions are my own.
June 15, 2017
This was not a typical "Amish" fiction, but it was so out there that even reading it as historical, it really did not work for me. I think for those that may enjoy the historical mixing of facts of native history with some of the tidbits about the Moravians as well as Anabaptist's in those times, it was fascinating in that sense.
I felt there was just too liberty taken with some of the facts, but perhaps that really happened and it was not recorded. There were no author notes to be able to tell. Another reader will likely enjoy this book that enjoys some of the graphic demonstration in fiction of violence, while telling a historical tale that is fiction.
The cover was lovely and the rarity of a story told in this time period makes it unique.
I felt there was just too liberty taken with some of the facts, but perhaps that really happened and it was not recorded. There were no author notes to be able to tell. Another reader will likely enjoy this book that enjoys some of the graphic demonstration in fiction of violence, while telling a historical tale that is fiction.
The cover was lovely and the rarity of a story told in this time period makes it unique.
October 26, 2019
A story about two brothers who react differently to their family being tortured and murdered in front of them. One takes the way of revenge. The other follows the path of forgiveness. Then, there is the princess who comes between them. You can't help but feel for all these characters, including the princess's father and the warrior who adopts one of boys as his own (the same warrior involved in killing his family). Throughout this story is the spiritual story about struggling with harsh circumstances and faith. The story line keeps you hooked throughout. It's never boring. You see the good, bad and ugly between the white men and the Indians in a setting we are not used to thinking of Indian territory or the influence of the British as well.
May 5, 2017
fantastic book full of history and adventure
September 6, 2020
A must read.
I loved the story of the Hershberger family. It told the story of their history. I really recommend this book and all the books in this series.
I loved the story of the Hershberger family. It told the story of their history. I really recommend this book and all the books in this series.
February 18, 2023
Another awesome book by Patrick Craig. Very uplifting and inspiring story
February 21, 2018
A story about how decisions today affect us throughout our lifetime and to those around us. Excellent book and a page turner. I am looking forward to reading more from this Author.
December 29, 2016
Sensational, magnificent, incredible, heartrending, expressive, and historical events with descriptive words that created each occurrence realistically! The scenes are fictional as well as the characters, but based on history that were so realistic they were etched in my mind with emotions flowing from one extreme to another with all that was transpiring throughout this over the top book, The Amish Princess. Reading this fantastic book gave me a new appreciation for all the suffering the early Amish settlers endured along with the Lenape tribe and other tribal groups. They all endured heartbreak, massacres, hardships, gains and losses along with finding a relationship with God, The Great Spirit, when they opened their hearts to the gospel.
Craig painted a beautiful creation story in chapter 3 between Owechela and Wingenund, White Deer’s father, which gave a greater appreciation how the Lenape viewed God and passed their stories on to the younger generation. There are other scenes with Joshua Hershberger and the Moravians missionaries sharing the gospel with the Lenape that are enriched with the Word of God for men to live in peace with one another. The scriptural verses interwoven are perfect for each occurrence they were quoted in for the characters to continue on in their faith or gain new strength, peace, hope, and victory in God. Like Isaiah 26:3 “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.” (KJV)
The Amish Princess is filled with historical accounts that will stay with you after reading this fictitiously lifelike story that transpired in the 1700’s. Each character is well developed with their faults and victories, with some being more lovable than others, with wrongs being putting aside at times to care for another showing God’s compassion and love. Readers will see a beautiful romance of White Deer, the Amish Princess, and the conflict she felt with Jonathan and Joshua Hershberger, as one was filled with love and compassion and the other with hatred.
Patrick Craig has become one of my favorite authors as his books are action packed with realistic characters and historical events that has grabbed my attention from the start of each one. I look forward to reading more books by Craig.
I received a complimentary e-book copy from the author. I was not required to write a positive review but have expressed my honest opinion of this 5++ star book.
Craig painted a beautiful creation story in chapter 3 between Owechela and Wingenund, White Deer’s father, which gave a greater appreciation how the Lenape viewed God and passed their stories on to the younger generation. There are other scenes with Joshua Hershberger and the Moravians missionaries sharing the gospel with the Lenape that are enriched with the Word of God for men to live in peace with one another. The scriptural verses interwoven are perfect for each occurrence they were quoted in for the characters to continue on in their faith or gain new strength, peace, hope, and victory in God. Like Isaiah 26:3 “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.” (KJV)
The Amish Princess is filled with historical accounts that will stay with you after reading this fictitiously lifelike story that transpired in the 1700’s. Each character is well developed with their faults and victories, with some being more lovable than others, with wrongs being putting aside at times to care for another showing God’s compassion and love. Readers will see a beautiful romance of White Deer, the Amish Princess, and the conflict she felt with Jonathan and Joshua Hershberger, as one was filled with love and compassion and the other with hatred.
Patrick Craig has become one of my favorite authors as his books are action packed with realistic characters and historical events that has grabbed my attention from the start of each one. I look forward to reading more books by Craig.
I received a complimentary e-book copy from the author. I was not required to write a positive review but have expressed my honest opinion of this 5++ star book.
January 23, 2017
Not sure what I expected this book to be about. It was a page turner for sure. Patrick E Craig writes stories very different from most other Amish authors. He has a wonderful way with words.
This is the story of the Hershberger family’s life in the New World. Jonas Hershberger’s family arrived in Philadelphia on the Charming Nancy when he was a six-year-old boy. He was the youngest of five sons and, because there wasn’t enough land for all the sons, Jonas later moved his wife and five children to the Pittsburgh area.
The Indians in the area hated the white men because they took more land than the Indians had agreed to sell them. This story tells of the hardships the Amish family faced. Jonas lost his wife, two daughters and his youngest son Aaron at the hands of the Lenape Indians. Jonas and his twins Jonathan and Joshua were taken captive.
Jonathan and Joshua were twins but their DNA was the only thing they had in common. They looked alike except for the color of their hair. After the massacre of their family however, they became two different people. Jonathan hated his father because he wouldn’t take up arms against the Indians and instead watched his family be murdered and scalped. He hated God because He “allowed” the massacre of this family. He became a very bitter person. He was adopted by one of the Indians while Joshua and Jonas were slaves.
Read Jonathan and Joshua’s story. Joshua never faltered from his faith and his Amish beliefs. Did Jonathan ever return to God? Who is the Amish Princess and how did she get that name? I don’t want to tell too much of the story….I want you to pick up a copy and read it for yourself….you’ll be glad you did!
This is the story of the Hershberger family’s life in the New World. Jonas Hershberger’s family arrived in Philadelphia on the Charming Nancy when he was a six-year-old boy. He was the youngest of five sons and, because there wasn’t enough land for all the sons, Jonas later moved his wife and five children to the Pittsburgh area.
The Indians in the area hated the white men because they took more land than the Indians had agreed to sell them. This story tells of the hardships the Amish family faced. Jonas lost his wife, two daughters and his youngest son Aaron at the hands of the Lenape Indians. Jonas and his twins Jonathan and Joshua were taken captive.
Jonathan and Joshua were twins but their DNA was the only thing they had in common. They looked alike except for the color of their hair. After the massacre of their family however, they became two different people. Jonathan hated his father because he wouldn’t take up arms against the Indians and instead watched his family be murdered and scalped. He hated God because He “allowed” the massacre of this family. He became a very bitter person. He was adopted by one of the Indians while Joshua and Jonas were slaves.
Read Jonathan and Joshua’s story. Joshua never faltered from his faith and his Amish beliefs. Did Jonathan ever return to God? Who is the Amish Princess and how did she get that name? I don’t want to tell too much of the story….I want you to pick up a copy and read it for yourself….you’ll be glad you did!
January 16, 2017
I have to be quite honest here and start off by saying I didn't think I was going to like this book. I was happy to receive it but then I just thought it wasn't going to be my kind of read. But, boy oh boy, was I wrong! I absolutely loved this story and once I started reading I couldn't put the book down.
I liked the mix of fictional characters in a nonfictional setting. It was interesting to learn of the early Amish settlements in America and the events that took place between the Indians and the "white people". Patrick created characters that were easy to like even when they didn't do what they should have. Even though Johnathan wasn't a nice person at times it was easy to understand why he was the way he was. It was easy to relate to Joshua, too. Even though I cringed at some of the things the Indians did (and believe me, there were plenty of scenes where I know my mouth was hanging open) and didn't agree with them it was once again easy to understand these people and have empathy for them.
Patrick E. Craig has a way with words and is a master storyteller. His descriptions and use of words in this book brought the story to life. The way the story is written it flows easily from chapter to chapter and kept me reading "just one more chapter" until I soon had the book finished.
If you are looking for a lighthearted Amish read then this isn't the book for you. If you like history and deep, serious reads then this book is one you will enjoy and one you will think about long after reading the last page.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are mine.
I liked the mix of fictional characters in a nonfictional setting. It was interesting to learn of the early Amish settlements in America and the events that took place between the Indians and the "white people". Patrick created characters that were easy to like even when they didn't do what they should have. Even though Johnathan wasn't a nice person at times it was easy to understand why he was the way he was. It was easy to relate to Joshua, too. Even though I cringed at some of the things the Indians did (and believe me, there were plenty of scenes where I know my mouth was hanging open) and didn't agree with them it was once again easy to understand these people and have empathy for them.
Patrick E. Craig has a way with words and is a master storyteller. His descriptions and use of words in this book brought the story to life. The way the story is written it flows easily from chapter to chapter and kept me reading "just one more chapter" until I soon had the book finished.
If you are looking for a lighthearted Amish read then this isn't the book for you. If you like history and deep, serious reads then this book is one you will enjoy and one you will think about long after reading the last page.
I received a free copy of this book from the author and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are mine.
January 27, 2017
As I was reading The Amish Princess and appreciating how the author had taken an amish story into a very deep direction, a historical direction, I was thinking of the other books that I've read by Patrick E. Craig. I came to realize that he is the only author that I can say that I've read EVERY one of his books. I appreciate an author that researches his storylines and historical facts and I've found that Mr. Craig's books are well researched.
In The Amish Princess, I learned quite a bit about the era of the Charming Nancy, the extreme hardships of that time, of the ungodly decisions that many people were forced to make while crossing the sea in that vessel. As the amish journeyed to America on the Charming Nancy many people died including many in the same family, oftentimes children. I had read in other books some about the Northkill Settlement and wanted to read and know more about it. It will be a great surprise to many to know that when the amish settled in Pennsylvania that there were times of massacre by the Indians. They felt that the amish had taken more land from them than they had agreed on. This book delves into this and the relationship between Indian and amish. It is a book that you need to read for yourself and I highly recommend it to you. You won't want it to end, and the best part is that with the length of the book Mr. Craig can develop all characters and all situations, giving you a lengthy read. Even if this is the first novel that you read by this author, this can certainly be a stand-alone book. I believe that it will entice you to then begin his other works and you will have found another favorite author.
In The Amish Princess, I learned quite a bit about the era of the Charming Nancy, the extreme hardships of that time, of the ungodly decisions that many people were forced to make while crossing the sea in that vessel. As the amish journeyed to America on the Charming Nancy many people died including many in the same family, oftentimes children. I had read in other books some about the Northkill Settlement and wanted to read and know more about it. It will be a great surprise to many to know that when the amish settled in Pennsylvania that there were times of massacre by the Indians. They felt that the amish had taken more land from them than they had agreed on. This book delves into this and the relationship between Indian and amish. It is a book that you need to read for yourself and I highly recommend it to you. You won't want it to end, and the best part is that with the length of the book Mr. Craig can develop all characters and all situations, giving you a lengthy read. Even if this is the first novel that you read by this author, this can certainly be a stand-alone book. I believe that it will entice you to then begin his other works and you will have found another favorite author.
February 13, 2017
"The Amish Princess" by Patrick E.Craig is a unusual Amish story. But I loved it. It combines history and fiction, which makes the best story.
Readers of the Amish genre and readers who like Indian stories will enjoy this book. This is the second book in the (The Paradise Chronicles) which is a spinoff of the (Apple Creek Dreams Series). I will recommend reading the ( Apple Creek Dreams Series) first just because it is the background stories but I still think a reader will still enjoy and be able to follow the story line if you don't read the (Apple Creek Dreams) Series first.
I must warn you that this story is not a story that will make you smile all the way through the pages, in fact the tears might fall as it is about the time that Indians and white men were at war with others and scalping went on. But don't let my warning stop you from reading this book.
In this book you get to see how the Indians, as well as the White men feel about things that were happening in this time of history. It is unusual to get both sides in a book. But I really think Patrick Craig did an excellent job.
It was really interesting to read how an Indian Princess became an Amish Princess.
I am anxiously awaiting the next book in this series.
I am giving "The Amish Princess" by Patrick E.Craig five stars.
Readers of the Amish genre and readers who like Indian stories will enjoy this book. This is the second book in the (The Paradise Chronicles) which is a spinoff of the (Apple Creek Dreams Series). I will recommend reading the ( Apple Creek Dreams Series) first just because it is the background stories but I still think a reader will still enjoy and be able to follow the story line if you don't read the (Apple Creek Dreams) Series first.
I must warn you that this story is not a story that will make you smile all the way through the pages, in fact the tears might fall as it is about the time that Indians and white men were at war with others and scalping went on. But don't let my warning stop you from reading this book.
In this book you get to see how the Indians, as well as the White men feel about things that were happening in this time of history. It is unusual to get both sides in a book. But I really think Patrick Craig did an excellent job.
It was really interesting to read how an Indian Princess became an Amish Princess.
I am anxiously awaiting the next book in this series.
I am giving "The Amish Princess" by Patrick E.Craig five stars.
December 21, 2016
Powerful. Captivating. Tragic. Emotion-filled. Awesome.
I can't find enough words to completely describe this book. From the very beginning it grabs you and never lets you go. I started last night, then had to work today so I couldn't read, then I finished it tonight. Every spare minute, it totally consumed me.
It was such an interesting, emotionally packed historical account of life in the early 1700s. You almost felt as though you were there totally experiencing what was going on. The Indian raids and battles, the times when God's hand intervened. It was all there.
The characters were so well portrayed and each personality was strong in its own way. They were people that experienced many heartaches and trials.
There were some very heartbreaking tragic scenes which were well written but sometimes graphic in detail. However, I really enjoyed this book and these scenes were necessary to bring across the message of what was occuring and the historical trials that were being endured.
Looks like lots of research went into the book, including the sail ship Charming Nancy, the passenger list of which I, myself, have studied while doing genealogical work for a client.
I highly recommend this very amazing book.
I can't find enough words to completely describe this book. From the very beginning it grabs you and never lets you go. I started last night, then had to work today so I couldn't read, then I finished it tonight. Every spare minute, it totally consumed me.
It was such an interesting, emotionally packed historical account of life in the early 1700s. You almost felt as though you were there totally experiencing what was going on. The Indian raids and battles, the times when God's hand intervened. It was all there.
The characters were so well portrayed and each personality was strong in its own way. They were people that experienced many heartaches and trials.
There were some very heartbreaking tragic scenes which were well written but sometimes graphic in detail. However, I really enjoyed this book and these scenes were necessary to bring across the message of what was occuring and the historical trials that were being endured.
Looks like lots of research went into the book, including the sail ship Charming Nancy, the passenger list of which I, myself, have studied while doing genealogical work for a client.
I highly recommend this very amazing book.
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